JPS6411493B2 - - Google Patents

Description

DETAILED DESCRIPTION OF THE INVENTION The present invention relates to a central control switch device that is incorporated into an armrest of a seat in a vehicle, such as an automobile.

In recent years, the digitization of automobiles has been rapidly developing.
In connection with this, control switches and the like have diversified, and if the conventional operation switch mounting location is just in front of the driver's seat, various problems have arisen in terms of operability and installation space. .

The present invention has been devised to solve the above problems, namely, a control switch device is attached to the armrest of the seat, which can be operated freely according to the passenger's wishes, and which is safer and more compact for use in vehicles. The purpose of this invention is to provide a control switch device.

DESCRIPTION OF THE PREFERRED EMBODIMENTS A preferred embodiment of a central control switch device for a vehicle according to the present invention will be described in detail below with reference to the accompanying drawings.

1 is a rear seat of the automobile, 2 is an armrest provided in the center, and 3 is a control unit main body, and the control unit main body 3 includes one control keyboard switch section 5 and the control keyboard switch section 5. and an electronic circuit unit section 6 which transmits a control signal when the other control keyboard switch 10 is operated, and an e-cution section 7.
The control unit main body 3 is fixed to a predetermined mounting plate 2a of the armrest 2 with a fastener 8. As shown in Fig. 2, 9 is a switch cover which is supported on the control unit main body 3 so that it can be opened and closed approximately 180 degrees, and the other control keyboard switch part 10 is attached to the inner side. The front surface cooperates with the escutcheon 7 to form a desired external shape when the switch lid 9 is closed toward the main body. Note that 4 is a cord for electrical connection.

The control keyboard switch section 5 includes:
It is mounted on the upper surface of a housing 11 made of plastic material, and for example, in the embodiment, an operation key 5 is used as an air control keyboard switch for the rear seat.
a, 5b, 5c and 5d are provided, the operation key 5a is for operating the AUTO control operation switch, and similarly the operation key 5b is for HIGH control.
The operation key 5c turns on the LOW operation switch, the operation key 5d turns on the power,
Activate each OFF operation switch. 5
e is an illumination lens for an indicator, and operation keys 5a, 5b, 5c and 5d of the switch
They are provided independently on one side of the periphery of the switch, and at night, the light of each lamp 5f installed below the operating key of the operated switch is displayed.

5g is a display board, and the operation keys 5a, 5
It displays the functions of each operation switch b, 5c and 5d, for example "AUTO",
"HIGH", "LOW" and "OFF" are displayed, and the entire surface is illuminated by a light guide plate 5h at night. 5i is a knob of a slide resistor 5i' for controlling the air flow to the right and left sides. 5j is a knob of a breathmate switch that further controls the slide resistor 5i'. For example, when the knob 5j is operated to the left, the slide resistor 5i' is activated and the switch is activated according to the position of the knob 5i. The air volume on the left and right sides is controlled by the resistance value. Further, when the knob 5j is operated to the right, it is fixed at a specific position with a predetermined air volume on the left and right sides. 5k is a display board which displays the functions of the slide resistor 5i' for controlling the air volume and the breathmate switch.

Further, on the inside of the housing 11, there are printed circuit boards 5l constituting each operation switch of the control keyboard switch section 5, and a printed circuit board 5l constituting the electronic circuit unit section 6 which operates in response to the operation signals of the switches. Board 6a and printed circuit board 6b
A bottom plate 12 is built in and forms a cover on the bottom side.
They are also secured together with a tightening tool 13.

Further, the electronic circuit unit section 6 includes a printed circuit board 6
A, a printed circuit board 6b, and a printed circuit board 5l constituting each of the operation switches are pre-assembled into an integral unit. It is also fixed in such a way as to maintain engagement with each operating switch.

The switch lid 9 has a case 14 made of plastic material on the inner side, and inside the case 14, the other control keyboard switch 10,
For example, in the embodiment, each operation key 1 for radio operation
0a, 10b, 10c, 10d, 10e, 10
f, 10g, 10h, 10i, 10j and 10k
The operating key 10a is for switching between "AM" and "FM", the operating key 10b is for automatically moving the channel selection to the left, and the operating key 10c is for automatically moving the channel selection to the right. It is something to be manipulated.

The operation keys 10d and 10e are used to raise the volume, respectively.

The operation keys 10f, 10g, 10h, 10i, and 10j are set to specific desired tuning frequencies, respectively, so that desired tuning can be easily performed with a so-called one-touch operation.
10k is a key for turning the power on and off. 1
0l and 10m are display boards that display the functions of each of the operation keys, and are illuminated at night by receiving the light of an illumination lamp installed inside. 10n is a rubber contact made of special conductive rubber,
10p is a printed circuit board which also forms fixed contacts of each of the above switches. 10Q is a light guide plate that illuminates the display plates 10l and 10m at night.

Furthermore, the switch lid 9 is provided with an escutcheon 15 on the front side to hold down each part of the other control keyboard switch 10 so as to engage in a predetermined position, and the front side is provided with an escutcheon 7 on the side of the control unit main body 3. The switch cover 9 is formed into a desired shape, for example, flat, when the switch cover 9 is closed. Further, the escutcheon 15 is connected to the control unit main body 3.
Support shafts 15a are integrally formed on both side surfaces to be supported as the switch lid 9 so as to be openable and closable. The support shaft 15a has a hole 15b with a hollow center opening, and the printed circuit board 10
This allows the lead wire connected to p to be inserted.

Reference numeral 16 denotes a locking pawl, which is held elastically between the case 14 and the escutcheon 15, and engages with the hole 7a on the escutcheon 7 side when the switch cover 9 is closed on the control unit body 3 side. , which locks the switch lid 9 in a predetermined position. The locking pawl 16 integrally forms a knob 16a inserted into a recess 15a on the surface side of the escutcheon 15, making it possible to open the switch lid 9 with a so-called one-touch operation using a fingertip. .

Next, the effect will be explained.

As shown in FIG. 1, an embodiment will be explained in which the central control switch device is mounted on the front end side of an armrest 2 in a rear seat 1 of a vehicle. 16a
When the locking claw 16 is operated, the tip of the locking claw 16 is released from the hole 7a of the escutcheon 7 on the side of the control unit main body 3, so the switch cover 9 is pushed up by the rod 11a pressed by the bullet and automatically closed. It is opened to about 15°. Further, by manually opening the switch cover 9 to approximately 180 degrees as shown in FIGS. 2 and 4, the two control keyboard switch parts 5 can be opened as shown in FIG.
and 10 are arranged in substantially the same direction and forming a series of operation surfaces. That is, the switch operation surfaces of the control unit main body 3 and the switch cover 9 are arranged as if they were one and the same operation surface, and the switches can be operated from the same direction.

Thus, the purpose can be achieved by operating the desired switch operation key.

Incidentally, at night, if a lighting switch (not shown) on the driver's seat is operated, the rod 11a will act as a switch when pushed up by opening the switch cover 9, and the built-in lamp will light up to display the above-mentioned display. The plates 5g, 5h, 10l and 10m are illuminated, and the operating key positions of each operating switch are clearly indicated. Therefore, operation becomes easy even at night.

In this way, the passenger in the rear seat can perform desired switch operations, such as air control operation as in the embodiment, or radio ON/OFF and channel selection, at his/her discretion without bothering the driver. It is something.

The central control switch device for a vehicle according to the present invention having the above-mentioned configuration and operation has the following effects.

(b) By installing various control switches, such as an air control switch and a radio control switch, in the armrest of the rear seat, occupants can remotely operate the vehicle as desired, further improving comfort. be done.

(b) Use the space on the back side of the lid, which can be opened and closed approximately 180 degrees, to mount various switches, and when the switch lid is opened, the switch lid and the controls on the control unit will be connected to each other. The operation surfaces of the keyboard switch section are arranged as if they were the same operation surface and a series of operation surfaces. The armrest can be easily installed without compromising its original functions, and can be easily installed in an extremely small space with a compact structure.When operating a switch, each control keyboard switch section can be accessed by opening the switch cover. The contact surfaces of the seat are unfolded in a series on substantially the same plane, and the switch can be easily operated from the same direction even when seated in a narrow room such as a vehicle.

(c) The switch cover is opened when necessary and closed after operation, and the switch operation part is housed inside, so there is no damage caused by incorrect operation or impact from other objects, etc., and it is possible to provide a high-quality product. .

(d) By installing a central control switch device on the armrest of the seat, the driver of the vehicle can greatly reduce operations other than those directly necessary for driving the vehicle, allowing safer driving.

[Brief explanation of drawings]

FIG. 1 is a perspective view showing an embodiment in which a central control switch device for a vehicle according to the present invention is mounted on an armrest of a rear seat. FIG. 2 is a cross-sectional view of a mode in which the central control switch device for a vehicle according to the present invention is mounted on an armrest. FIG. 3 is a plan view of the central control switch device for a vehicle according to the present invention. FIG. 4 is a sectional view taken along the arrow line AA in FIG. 3. 2... Armrest, 3... Control unit body, 5... Control keyboard switch section, 6... Electronic circuit unit section, 7, 15...
Escutcheon, 9... Switch lid, 10... Control keyboard switch, 11... Housing,
11a... Rod, 14... Case, 15a...
Support shaft, 15b...hole.

Claims (1)

[Claims] 1. A control unit body that is attached to the armrest of a vehicle and has one control keyboard switch part built in; and a control unit body that is supported by the control unit body so as to be able to open and close approximately 180 degrees and constitutes a lid for the one control keyboard switch part; and a switch lid on which the other control keyboard switch part is mounted on the inner surface, and both control keyboard switch parts constitute a series of operation surfaces when the switch lid is opened. Central control switch device.